FranceDuring the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, Spanish forward Borja Iglesias made light-hearted comments about shaking hands with U.S. President Donald Trump during the ceremony. In an interview with the Spanish football magazine Panenka, Iglesias joked that he didn’t want to end up in prison by refusing to comply with the FIFA protocol, which requires players to shake hands with the head of state. Known for his activism against racism and homophobia, Iglesias expressed hope that the handshake would be brief and that he could move past the moment quickly. He emphasized that while he strongly opposes certain issues, he recognizes the limitations of his influence in such situations.
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